Alignment

Definition

Ensuring all stakeholders and team members share the same understanding of goals, priorities, and approach.

Example in context

"Before starting the design phase, let's get alignment from engineering, product, and legal on the requirements."

Related terms

• Stakeholder — Any person or group with an interest in — or affected by — the outcome of a project, internal or external.
• Sign-off — Formal approval from a stakeholder, manager, or authority that a deliverable meets requirements and can proceed.
• Buy-in — Securing agreement and commitment from relevant parties before proceeding with a decision or change.